1971 VW Brubaker Box
This rare bird is a Brubaker Box.
A VW Beetle based fiberglass "future car" from the 1970's.
One of 28 produced and one of less than 10 known that are running and driving.
Recent restoration just a few years ago with less than 200 miles since completion.
This car spent 18 months on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum
in Los Angeles from August 2023 - April 2025.
A high honor to have the car in the Petersen!
While on display at the Petersen, a reunion of the original three
men responsible for the design of the car in the 70's occurred.
Curtis Brubaker on the right, Harry Wykes and Todd Gerstenberger.
An unforgettable moment to get the men and machine together again.
It has also been featured in magazine features around the world
since the completion of the restoration.
Hot VWs Magazine November 2023
VW Speed (Germany) January 2025
(and others too I believe)
Full shag and swank interior with that ultimate 70's lounge vibe.
Access to the interior through the sliding passenger side door only.
Bare foot gas pedal is pure 70's cool
The ultimate mobile lounge
Driving lights and wipers are currently non-functional,
but headlights, brake lights and turn signals are operational.
The "wood" bumpers are actually painted fiberglass as originally designed.
Taillights sourced from a Datsun truck, as original on the cars when new.
Front signals I believe are AMC sourced.
Old school key lock lugs on original US Indy slot mag wheels
8 track player under the dash.
The opening hatch on the dash is for the built in cooler, this example being the only existing one
with this option installed.
New floor pans
Ball joint front beam
This is the only known example to have the optional in dash cooler / storage tray.
Ice cubes are not real, just put in for display.
Side marker lights are not functional (wired...but need bulb holders).
Empi steering wheel is a very rare and desirable genuine 70's item.
As are the matching Empi logo gauges.
Such a wild ride!
Wonderful collection of original literature and magazine articles from the 70's on the car.
Many of these pieces are extremely rare.
Drivers side storage pocket
Oil temp and pressure instruments heed the correct sending unit to work.
Amps gauge and tachometer are working as are the stock VW generator and oil lights.
Original 70's Empi steering wheel.
(horn not functional)
Kraco 8 track is not wired to function but certainly looks the part.
Great book that includes the Brubaker as one of 26 dare to be different designs.
Don't drink and drive!
Super solid underneath
BF Goodrich tires installed in 2023
Fresh 1600cc dual port engine with less than 200 miles on it.
Built with an AS41 engine case and all new internals and externals.
Exhaust is a used period header unit with some aging but excellent fit.
She's a beauty and is about as rare as they come.
The unique details of this particular car, it's multiple magazine features
and Petersen Museum display spell all add up to a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Car is located in Southern California.
Asking
$85,000 obo
For more info...CALL
951 795-1175
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